Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 256GB vs Apple 11-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 6 of the specs we have recorded (prices checked 2 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Bigger battery for longer sessions (8,400 mAh vs 7,606 mAh) · slight difference
  • More space for photos and apps (512 GB vs 256 GB)

The deciding difference here: storage.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Storage

    256 GB✓ 512 GB
  • Display type

    AMOLEDLiquid Retina
  • Resolution

    2560 x 16002360 x 1640

Specifications side by side

18 of 18 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 4,926
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 256GB specs
AppleSAR 4,849
Apple 11-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB specs
Reference priceSAR 4,926SAR 4,849
Storage256 GB✓ 512 GB
Memory (RAM)12 GB—
Processor—Apple M4
Battery capacity✓ 8,400 mAh7,606 mAh
Keyboard support—Yes
Cellular (SIM)—Yes
Screen size11 in11 in
Stylus supportYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 256GB and the Apple 11-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB?

No difference here: screen size is 11 in on both.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 256GB and the Apple 11-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB?

Storage is higher on the Apple 11-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB: 512 GB vs 256 GB on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in stylus support between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 256GB and the Apple 11-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB?

No difference here: stylus support is Yes on both.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 256GB and the Apple 11-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB?

Battery capacity is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 11 256GB: 8,400 mAh vs 7,606 mAh on the Apple 11-inch iPad Air (M4 2026) 512GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.